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The following is based on the topic outline found in the AP US History "Acorn Guide". Although it is not necessarily exactly what you need to know for the exam, it will provide you with an "idea" of what you are reading for (while taking "Fresh Notes," of course).

5. The Early Republic
  • Expansion into the trans-Appalachian West; American Indian resistance
  • The War of 1812 and its consequences

9. Territorial Expansion and Manifest Destiny
  • Forced removal of American Indians to the trans-Mississippi West

Kennedy Chapter for this Segment

  • Chapter 12 - The Second War for Independence and the Upsurge of Nationalism (pages 233-255)

The "New York" Quiz Questions for this section


Kennedy Exam Multiple Choice Questions for this section


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